Thai Coconut Lime Meringue Pie

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 2
Tangy and Sweet Thai Coconut Lime Meringue Pie Recipe
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Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

3 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

6 ounces gingersnap cookies , broken into pieces ( about 2-1/2 cups )
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup unsalted butter , chilled and cut into pieces
4 large egg yolks
14 ounces coconut milk
10 ounces sweetened condensed milk
2 tablespoons unflavoured gelatin
1/2 cup water
2/3 cup lime juice
4 large egg whites , at room temperature
1/4 cup granulated sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
581
Sugar
45g
Fat
36g
Thai Coconut Lime Meringue Pie is a refreshing dessert that offers a unique and tasty twist on a traditional meringue pie. The gingersnap crust adds a perfect amount of spiciness to the sweet coconut cream filling and zesty lime flavor. This delightful treat is perfect for serving at summer parties or picnics. The dish is known for its vibrant fragrance and impressive combination of flavors, making it an excellent dessert option that is sure to impress your guests.

Instructions

1.Prepare the crust by processing the gingersnap cookies in a food processor until they are finely ground.
2.Add in the flour and salt and pulse together.
3.Add the butter and pulse until the mixture is crumbly.
4.Press the mixture into a 9 inch pie dish evenly.
5.Next, make the filling by whisking together the egg yolks, coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk, 1/2 cup of lime juice in a saucepan.
6.Sprinkle the gelatin over the top and let it sit for 3 minutes.
7.Turn on the heat to medium and stir until the gelatin dissolves and the mixture comes to a simmer.
8.Remove from the heat and pour the mixture over the crust.
9.Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until the filling is set.
10.To make the meringue, preheat the oven to 350F.
11.Beat the egg whites at medium high speed until frothy.
12.Add in the sugar and continue to beat on high until stiff peaks form.
13.Spread the meringue over the top of the pie.
14.Bake for 8-10 minutes or until lightly brown.
15.Chill the pie for at least 1 hour before serving.

PROS

Thai Coconut Lime Meringue Pie provides a perfect balance of sweet, tangy and creamy textures.
The creamy texture of this dessert is due to the heavy use of coconut milk and condensed milk.
The tangy lime cuts the sweetness perfectly, making it a refreshing dessert option for a summer day.

CONS

The pie has a high sugar content and should be eaten in moderation.
In addition, it can be difficult to create the perfect meringue.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Though Thai Coconut Lime Meringue Pie is not particularly healthy, the lime in the recipe provides a great source of vitamin C, and the coconut milk can provide a source of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), which are beneficial fatty acids for energy production.

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